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Instructional Assistant - Behavior Support #0623-513R at Contra Costa County Office Of Education

Application Deadline

Until Filled

Date Posted
7/11/2023
Number of Openings
3
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
Range $24.78 - $30.09 per hour, on a five step range. Comprehensive benefits included.
Length of Work Year
6.5 hours/day, 5 days/week, 11 months/year
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
Golden Gate Community Schools - Pittsburg, Brentwood and Richmond school sites
Date Needed
2023/2024 School Year - Start dates vary by school site

About the Employer

The Contra Costa County Office of Education is a unique agency. One of 58 counties in the state of California, Contra Costa County has the 11th largest public school student population in the state. Officially established in 1932, the CCCOE has a long history of providing direct services to some of our county's most vulnerable students, including young people who are incarcerated, homeless or in foster care, as well as students who have severe physical or emotional challenges. CCCOE also provides support services to schools and school districts in Contra Costa County; services that can be handled most effectively and economically on a regional basis rather than by each of the county's 261 schools or 18 school districts. These services range from budget approval and fiscal support, to technology infrastructure and communication support. In addition, CCCOE provides some of the best, high level professional development opportunities for educators in the entire state. The County Office of Education is an essential part of Contra Costa's outstanding public school system. Overall, our county's students rank high on virtually every measure of achievement – from test scores to college entrance rates. For more information about the County Office's programs and services, we invite you to visit our website at www.cccoe.k12.ca.us

Requirements / Qualifications

Requirements: • A high school diploma or equivalent. • Two (2) years of college level coursework in child development or related field (a written proficiency test may be required for applicants that do not meet the post high school graduation or AA requirements). • Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience working with children with special education needs in an organized setting. • Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by an authorized agency • Successful completion of full or refresher Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Training • Satisfactory Physical Strength Testing results. Please include the following attachments along with a completed Edjoin application (A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed Edjoin application). • Current Resume • Current Letter of Interest • At least one (1) letter of recommendation dated within the last year Questions Included in Online Application: 1. Please describe your perception of the role of an Instructional Assistant. 2. Please describe your experience working with students with special needs. 2. Please describe your experience working with diverse staff, program, and student populations. 3. Please discuss any special skills or qualities that you would bring to a classroom. Please see detailed job description and supplemental information available at www.cocoschools.org/careers Applications received that are not complete or are missing the supplemental question information will not be considered for this position.

The Human Resources Department of the Contra Costa County Office of Education will make reasonable efforts in recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please call (925) 942-3387. To provide and maintain a workplace that is free of recognized hazards, the Contra Costa County Office of Education requires that new employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Any offer of employment is contingent upon presenting proof of full vaccination against COVID-19.

  • Letter of Introduction
  • Letter(s) of Recommendation
  • Resume

Requirements / Qualifications

Requirements: • A high school diploma or equivalent. • Two (2) years of college level coursework in child development or related field (a written proficiency test may be required for applicants that do not meet the post high school graduation or AA requirements). • Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience working with children with special education needs in an organized setting. • Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by an authorized agency • Successful completion of full or refresher Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Training • Satisfactory Physical Strength Testing results. Please include the following attachments along with a completed Edjoin application (A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed Edjoin application). • Current Resume • Current Letter of Interest • At least one (1) letter of recommendation dated within the last year Questions Included in Online Application: 1. Please describe your perception of the role of an Instructional Assistant. 2. Please describe your experience working with students with special needs. 2. Please describe your experience working with diverse staff, program, and student populations. 3. Please discuss any special skills or qualities that you would bring to a classroom. Please see detailed job description and supplemental information available at www.cocoschools.org/careers Applications received that are not complete or are missing the supplemental question information will not be considered for this position.

The Human Resources Department of the Contra Costa County Office of Education will make reasonable efforts in recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please call (925) 942-3387. To provide and maintain a workplace that is free of recognized hazards, the Contra Costa County Office of Education requires that new employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Any offer of employment is contingent upon presenting proof of full vaccination against COVID-19.

  • Letter of Introduction
  • Letter(s) of Recommendation
  • Resume

Comments and Other Information

Under general supervision, provides crisis intervention and consultative strategies to students, teachers, instructional assistants, and other staff as planned by the Principal; provide support, monitoring, and training using behavior management techniques, intervention strategies, de-escalation techniques, anger management and problem solving for students with behavioral challenges; observes, monitors, and records student behavior; and performs related duties as assigned. Receives general supervision from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Receives functional and technical direction from management personnel. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.

Comments and Other Information


Under general supervision, provides crisis intervention and consultative strategies to students, teachers, instructional assistants, and other staff as planned by the Principal; provide support, monitoring, and training using behavior management techniques, intervention strategies, de-escalation techniques, anger management and problem solving for students with behavioral challenges; observes, monitors, and records student behavior; and performs related duties as assigned. Receives general supervision from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Receives functional and technical direction from management personnel. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.